| Enacted in 1973, based on colonial-era laws. | Enacted in 2023, designed to modernize and streamline the legal system. |
| Primarily focuses on procedural aspects of criminal law. | Aims to simplify and modernize the criminal justice system, focusing on efficiency and rights protection. |
| Largely paper-based with limited use of technology. | Mandates the use of technology for evidence presentation, speeding up trials and reducing delays. |
| Police can arrest without a warrant in cognizable offenses; police report triggers a trial. | Empowers police with broader powers for preventive action and allows electronic collection of evidence. |
| No specific provisions for victim compensation. | Victims of crime, especially serious crimes, are entitled to financial support and compensation. |
| Allows for long delays in investigations and trials. | Designed to reduce delays by improving coordination between police and courts and focusing on quicker resolutions. |
| No provisions for plea bargaining. | Introduces plea bargaining to expedite trials and reduce the burden on courts. |
| Provides traditional trial procedures for Magistrates and Sessions Courts. | Simplifies court procedures, offering quicker resolution for minor cases and more flexibility in handling trials. |
| Focused mainly on investigation and prosecution after crimes occur. | Emphasizes crime prevention through empowering police and reducing the risk of crime before it happens. |
| Deals with general crimes but lacks provisions for newer crimes like cybercrime. | Includes specific provisions for dealing with modern crimes, including cybercrimes such as fraud and harassment. |
| Focuses on detailed trials and judicial discretion. | Streamlines the trial process, ensuring quicker resolution, particularly for minor offenses. |
